Brad Biggs

Brad Biggs is the Chicago Bears/NFL columnist. He has covered the Bears and the NFL since 2001. Before joining the Tribune in 2009, Biggs covered the Bears for the Sun-Times.

Bears coach Ben Johnson looks from the sideline in the fourth quarter against the Panthers on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Column: Shades of ‘Greatest Show on Turf’? Mike Martz’s influence on Ben Johnson’s Chicago Bears offense.

September 18, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

The Chicago Bears' explosive Week 1 performance brought out a comparison to the turn-of-the-century St. Louis Rams. Ben Johnson and Mike Martz are mutual admirers.

Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen watches in the third quarter against the Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 13, 2026, in Charlotte, N.C. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Column: Dennis Allen vs. Kevin O’Connell an intriguing undercard in Chicago Bears-Minnesota Vikings matchup

September 17, 2026 at 3:08 p.m.

While Dennis Allen didn't want to talk much about Week 1, he did say it gave the Chicago Bears defense plenty of areas in which to improve against the Minnesota...

Bears coach Ben Johnson looks at his play sheet in the second quarter against the Panthers at Bank of America Stadium on Sept. 13, 2026, in Charlotte. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears Q&A: Was Kalif Raymond’s Week 1 showing a surprise? And what about the defense?

September 16, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Between elation for the offense and concern about the defense, there's much to talk about. Brad Biggs answers your Chicago Bears questions weekly.

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams hands off to running back D'Andre Swift against the Carolina Panthers in the first quarter Sept. 13, 2026, at Bank of America Stadium. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Pressing questions after Chicago Bears’ Week 1 win, including the biggest overreactions and underreactions

September 15, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

After scoring 59 points, the Chicago Bears were one of the big winners in Week 1.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams runs for a touchdown against the Panthers in the first quarter Sept. 13, 2026, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, N.C. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears debut a new brand — and they believe it can get better: Brad Biggs’ 10 thoughts on Week 1 win

September 14, 2026 at 6:03 a.m.

It was big plays galore in the Chicago Bears' season-opening 59-37 win. It's why a team official said this summer, "You've got to reimagine how you think of Bears football."

Bears coach Ben Johnson covers his mouth while talking to fellow coaches in the third quarter against the Browns on Aug. 15, 2026, at Soldier Field. (John J. Kim/Chicago Tribune)

Column: How did Ben Johnson improve as a coach for Year 2 with Chicago Bears? By digging into the details.

September 12, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Ben Johnson said the Chicago Bears are going to coach better this season. To do that, he led his staff in a deep study into all areas of the team.

Bears running back D’Andre Swift answers questions at a news conference after a training camp practice at Halas Hall on Aug. 4, 2026, in Lake Forest. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

Running back D’Andre Swift and the Chicago Bears agree to a 3-year, $33.75 million extension

September 11, 2026 at 2:47 p.m.

D'Andre Swift, 27, had a career-high 1,087 rushing yards and nine touchdowns for the Chicago Bears in 2025.

Bears cornerback Kyler Gordon warms up to face the Eagles on Nov. 28, 2025, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia. (Brian Cassella/Chicago Tribune)

Chicago Bears Q&A: Will Kyler Gordon return soon? What’s a potential sign the offense is cooking?

September 10, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Will injured Chicago Bears nickel cornerback Kyler Gordon really be back "sooner rather than later"? Brad Biggs answers your Bears questions weekly.

Bears quarterback Caleb Williams throws a pass during the fourth quarter against the Lions on Jan. 4, 2026, at Soldier Field. (Armando L. Sanchez/Chicago Tribune)

Will Caleb Williams reach 4,000 yards? Is the D-line better? 5 questions for the 2026 Chicago Bears season.

September 8, 2026 at 6:00 a.m.

Six months of speculation, projections and what-ifs are about to come to a close. Can the Chicago Bears meet their high expectations this season?

Bears running back D'Andre Swift participates in a drill during training camp at Halas Hall on Aug. 4, 2026. (Eileen T. Meslar/Chicago Tribune)

What we learned at Chicago Bears practice, including 2 key players returning — but not Rome Odunze

September 7, 2026 at 2:59 p.m.

RBs D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai were back on the fields at Halas Hall as the Chicago Bears got in a 40-minute bonus practice in advance of the season opener.

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